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Ranking compiled by Lluis Enric Mayans, Founder & Head of ContentHow this is calculatedOrdered by an attribute-similarity model, not editorial opinion.

We filtered the 19 games similar to World of Goo 2 down to the 16 that fit the “Casual” category. World of Goo, Plantera and Sticky Business top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to World of Goo 2.

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GenreSandboxSubgenreLife Sandbox
Tags
CasualCozySoloMultiplayer
Year 2024Dev 2D Boy

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Within the “Casual” category, the closest game to World of Goo 2 is World of Goo — scoring 75/100 on our similarity scale. Plantera and Sticky Business follow close behind.

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The best casual games like World of Goo 2

16 similar games foundUpdated May 2026

Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to World of Goo 2. Each one has been evaluated across 14 real attributes — from combat style and progression mechanics to world structure and visual perspective — so every recommendation is based on how the game actually plays, not just its genre label.

#1World of Goo
World of Goo
SandboxLife Sandbox
SoloCo-opCasualCozyNarrativeSandbox World2D
Steam👍 94%· 6.5KIGDB87· 4
Year 2008Dev 2D BoyOn Linux · PC · Android

✓ Nearly identical: sandbox freedom, puzzle design and deep simulation.

≠ Missing: adventure storytelling.

Same studio: 2D Boy.

Genre100Tone100World100Visuals100Game mode70
Plantera
SandboxLife Sandbox
SoloCasualCozyNarrativeSandbox World2D
Steam👍 89%· 5.9KRAWG👍 30%· 53IGDB39· 3
Year 2016Dev Ratalaika GamesPlaytime ~5hOn PC · PS · iOS

✓ Same family of life sandbox games: sandbox freedom, deep simulation and puzzle design

≠ Where it differs: brings deep RPG systems and vibe relaxing, while skipping setting cartoon

In Plantera you build your own garden and watch it grow with new plants, bushes, trees and animals. As you play and expand your garden you will attract helpers, round blue creatures that will help you pick up things and harvest your plants.

Where it drifts furthest from World of Goo 2: game mode.

It predates World of Goo 2 by 8 years, with what that implies technically.

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Sticky Business
SandboxLife Sandbox
SoloCasualCozyNarrativeSandbox World2D
Steam👍 94%· 7.4KOC78· 14
Year 2023Dev Spellgarden Games · Assemble EntertainmentPlaytime ~1hOn PC · Apple Macintosh

✓ Both are life sandbox games — sharing sandbox freedom, deep simulation and puzzle design

≠ Where it differs: brings vibe relaxing, open world exploration and resource management, while skipping setting cartoon

CHECK THESE OUT About the GameCreate, pack and sell your own unique sticker creations! You want a collection of cat stickers? A witch-themed shop? Or add a derpy face to all of your creations? Combine dozens of elements to create your own collection and sell them to like-minded people.

Where it drifts furthest from World of Goo 2: game mode.

Genre100World82Tone78Visuals59Game mode26
SuchArt: Creative Space
SandboxLife Sandbox
SoloMultiplayerCasualCozyNarrativeSandbox World
Steam👍 98%· 7.1KRAWG👍 62%· 26
Year 2022Dev hypetrain · HypeTrain DigitalPlaytime ~1hOn PC

✓ Both are life sandbox games — sharing sandbox freedom, deep simulation and adventure storytelling

≠ Its own twist: vibe relaxing, open world exploration and resource management, while skipping puzzle design

ADD FULL GAME TO YOUR WISHLISThttps://store.steampowered.com/app/1293180 About the GameWhat would you do if you were provided with your very own art studio? SuchArt: Creative Space gives you an opportunity to find that out!

Where it drifts furthest from World of Goo 2: visuals.

Genre100Tone88World86Game mode58Visuals0
Supermarket Together
SandboxLife Sandbox
Co-opMultiplayerSoloNarrativeCozyCasualSandbox World
Steam👍 94%· 92KRAWG👍 45%· 20
Year 2024Dev DeadDevsTellNoLiesPlaytime ~3hOn PC

✓ Same family of life sandbox games: sandbox freedom, deep simulation and strong narrative focus

≠ Its own twist: open world exploration, online features and resource management, while skipping puzzle design

Up to 16 players or go soloSplit the action with your friends: the more players in your supermarket, the more demanding customers will become. You can also choose to go solo and inflate the difficulty artificially if you are feeling hard-working.

Where it drifts furthest from World of Goo 2: visuals.

Genre100Tone100World74Game mode69Visuals0
PowerWash Simulator
SandboxLife Sandbox
SoloMultiplayerCo-opCasualNarrativeCozySandbox World
Steam👍 96%· 58KRAWG👍 80%· 156IGDB77· 4OC77· 54
Year 2022Dev FuturLabPlaytime ~11hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Both are life sandbox games — sharing sandbox freedom, deep simulation and vibe casual

≠ Where it differs: brings vibe relaxing, open world exploration and online features, while skipping puzzle design

POWERWASH SIMULATORHunt down dirt wherever it’s hiding, respond to calls from across the world, build your own power-washing business and unlock new tools, upgrades and more – all with the soothing satisfaction of power-washing to a sparkling finish!

Where it drifts furthest from World of Goo 2: visuals.

Genre100Tone79Game mode76World75Visuals0
Among Ripples
SandboxLife Sandbox
SoloMultiplayerCasualNarrativeCozySandbox World2D
Steam👍 68%· 1.4KRAWG👍 9%· 33
Year 2015Dev Eat Create SleepPlaytime ~1hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ Fits the life sandbox games cluster, with sandbox freedom, deep simulation and vibe casual

≠ Its own twist: vibe relaxing, procedural generation and free to play, while skipping puzzle design

In Among Ripples you are presented to a soothing and meditative experience where you can experiment at your leisure. As the caretaker of a small pond you decide which creatures should be introduced into the ecosystem, and what species will thrive.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mixed, against very positive for World of Goo 2.

It predates World of Goo 2 by 9 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Visuals100Tone83World81Game mode56
Supermarket Simulator
SandboxLife Sandbox
SoloMultiplayerNarrativeCozyCasualSandbox World
Steam👍 92%· 82KRAWG👍 62%· 26
Year 2024Dev Nokta GamesPlaytime ~10hOn PC

✓ Same family of life sandbox games: sandbox freedom, deep simulation and strong narrative focus

≠ Where it differs: brings open world exploration, resource management and visual first person, while skipping puzzle design

ADD TO WISHLIST About the Gamehttps://store.steampowered.com/app/2530950/Rock_Star_Life_Simulator/ Step into "Supermarket Simulator", a first-person simulation where every detail of running a supermarket comes alive. Design your store, optimizing for efficiency and aesthetics.

Where it drifts furthest from World of Goo 2: visuals.

Genre100Tone100World74Game mode59Visuals0
#9WEBFISHING
WEBFISHING
SandboxLife Sandbox
MultiplayerSoloCo-opCasualCozyNarrativeSandbox WorldCartoon
Steam👍 97%· 70K
Year 2024Dev lamedeveloperPlaytime ~7hOn PC

✓ Same family of life sandbox games: sandbox freedom, vibe casual and cozy, relaxing feel

≠ Stands apart with horror tension, vibe relaxing and open world exploration, while skipping puzzle design

WEBFISHING is a multiplayer online casual fishing game where you relax, hang out, make friends, and catch fish!CATCH THEM ALL!Nearly 100 different creatures to catch- from the smallest snail to the biggest shark- you can catch it! Complete your journal, find rare fish, get loads of money, and get tons of special rewards! UPGRADE AND CUSTOMIZE!Become the ultimate fisherman!

Where it drifts furthest from World of Goo 2: visuals.

Genre100Tone90World78Game mode77Setting73Visuals0
Bugsnax
SandboxLife Sandbox
SoloCasualNarrativeCozySandbox World
Steam👍 97%· 9.0KRAWG👍 61%· 176MC76IGDB76· 7OC75· 94
Year 2020Dev Young HorsesPlaytime ~4hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Same family of life sandbox games: sandbox freedom, adventure storytelling and puzzle design

≠ Its own twist: melee combat, fantasy world and exploration and discovery, while skipping deep simulation

We are what we eat. Bugsnax takes you on a whimsical adventure to Snaktooth Island, home of the legendary half-bug half-snack creatures, Bugsnax. Bugsnax takes you on a whimsical adventure to Snaktooth Island, home of the legendary half-bug half-snack creatures, Bugsnax.

Where it drifts furthest from World of Goo 2: setting and visuals.

Genre100Tone100World100Game mode29Setting0Visuals0
PC Building Simulator
SandboxLife Sandbox
SoloNarrativeCozyCasualSandbox World
Steam👍 94%· 53KIGDB65· 2OC70· 12
Year 2019Dev The Irregular CorporationOn PS4 · PC · Xbox

✓ Both are life sandbox games — sharing sandbox freedom, deep simulation and puzzle design

≠ Where it differs: brings vibe relaxing, open world exploration and setting modern, while skipping adventure storytelling

Where it drifts furthest from World of Goo 2: setting and visuals.

Genre100Tone86World63Game mode29Setting0Visuals0
The Sims 3
SandboxLife Sandbox
SoloCozyNarrativeCasualSandbox World
Steam👍 86%· 34KRAWG👍 83%· 784MC86
Year 2009Dev Electronic ArtsPlaytime ~11hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Same family of life sandbox games: sandbox freedom, deep simulation and cozy, relaxing feel

≠ Its own twist: deep RPG systems, fantasy world and skill tree progression, while skipping puzzle design

The Sims 3 is the third part of its series. Like all Sims game, it allows the player to control the life of a person or even a whole family. ###Character creation Before the main game starts, the player has to create his or her character, called sim.

Where it drifts furthest from World of Goo 2: setting and visuals.

It predates World of Goo 2 by 15 years, with what that implies technically.

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Tiny Glade
SandboxLife Sandbox
SoloCasualCozyNarrativeSandbox World
Steam👍 97%· 24KRAWG👍 70%· 27OC73· 12
Year 2024Dev Pounce LightPlaytime ~1hOn PC · Linux

✓ Fits the life sandbox games cluster, with sandbox freedom, deep simulation and vibe casual

≠ Where it differs: brings vibe relaxing, procedural generation and setting medieval, while skipping puzzle design

Tiny Glade is a small diorama builder where you doodle whimsical castles, cozy cottages & romantic ruins. Explore gridless building chemistry as the game adorns your glades with procedural detail. No management, combat or goals: just kick back and turn forgotten meadows into lovable dioramas.

Where it drifts furthest from World of Goo 2: setting and visuals.

Genre100Tone77World70Game mode22Setting0Visuals0
Everything
SandboxLife Sandbox
SoloCasualNarrativeSandbox WorldRelaxing
Steam👍 83%· 3.8KIGDB72· 9OC73· 50
Year 2017Dev David OReillyOn PS4 · Linux · PC

✓ Same family of life sandbox games: sandbox freedom, deep simulation and adventure storytelling

≠ Stands apart with deep RPG systems, vibe relaxing and open world exploration, while skipping puzzle design

Where it drifts furthest from World of Goo 2: setting and visuals.

Genre100World60Tone57Game mode29Setting0Visuals0
Megaquarium
SandboxLife Sandbox
SoloCasualCozySandbox WorldRelaxing
Steam👍 95%· 3.7KRAWG👍 72%· 28IGDB82· 6OC76· 38
Year 2018Dev Auroch DigitalPlaytime ~3hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Both are life sandbox games — sharing sandbox freedom, deep simulation and vibe casual

≠ Stands apart with vibe relaxing, resource management and visual isometric, while skipping puzzle design

From the creator of Big Pharma comes a brand new economic simulation game. Megaquarium follows in the footsteps of classic theme park management tycoon games and adds an aquatic spin!Meet your new tenantsFrom the cutest of clown fish to the deadliest of sharks.

Where it drifts furthest from World of Goo 2: visuals and game mode.

Genre100World100Tone72Game mode29Visuals0

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